Apprentice Nursery Assistant

About the role

Ready to kickstart your career in childcare and snag a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification? 🤩 This apprenticeship is your chance to make a real difference while learning on the job!

You'll be joining a dynamic team, working hand-in-hand with our Manager, Deputy, and Nursery Nurses to keep our nursery buzzing with positive energy. 🚀 Your mission? Delivering top-notch, child-centered care that’s all about creating a fun and supportive learning environment, guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and OFSTED standards.

Teamwork makes the dream work! 💪 You'll collaborate closely with your room leader and the management crew to smash all legal requirements and ensure our nursery is always exceeding expectations. Get ready to get creative! You'll share responsibility for crafting an awesome curriculum, packed with engaging activities tailored to the unique needs of every child. 🎨

Your role will involve:

• Implementing exciting planned activities and critically reflecting on their success. 🤔
• Building strong, professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and external partners. 🤝
• Championing Health and Safety and Safeguarding daily – because their well-being is paramount. 💖
• Nailing all your coursework and hitting deadlines to stay on track with your qualification. 📚
• Attending all your assessor appointments like a pro. 🗓️

What you'll gain:

• A fully funded Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. ✨
• Paediatric First Aid Training. 🩹
• Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (if needed). 💯

Important Note: If you're looking to gain experience or don't quite have the desired qualifications yet, First Rung is here to help! We offer training and work experience opportunities to get you ready. Please direct all enquiries to First Rung – no need to contact the employer directly! 🙅‍♀️

Key responsibilities

• Work in partnership with colleagues to ensure the daily running of the nursery.
• Deliver high-quality, child-centred care in line with regulatory requirements.
• Plan and implement an interesting and varied curriculum based on children's needs.
• Take responsibility for daily Health and Safety and Safeguarding.
• Complete and submit all required coursework in a timely manner.

Skills